At Australian Ability Life, we believe that independence starts with confidence — and confidence grows through learning. Our Development – Life Skills service is designed to help participants build essential everyday skills that promote independence, confidence, and self-reliance in all areas of life.

We provide practical, hands-on guidance to help you reach your full potential — at your own pace, in your own way.

Who It’s For

This service is for NDIS participants who want to:

• Become more independent in their daily routines

• Improve communication, social, or decision-making skills

• Learn practical tasks like budgeting, cooking, or time management

• Build confidence in managing personal or household responsibilities

• Develop skills to live independently or transition to supported living

Whether you’re learning for the first time or refining existing skills, we’re here to support your growth every step of the way.

How We Help

We focus on empowerment through learning.
Our experienced support workers provide personalised mentoring and coaching that helps you achieve both short- and long-term goals.
We assist with:

• Personal development and self-care skills

• Cooking, cleaning, and home management training

• Budgeting, shopping, and money management

• Time management and goal-setting

• Building social and problem-solving skills

• Communication and community engagement

Our approach encourages independence while ensuring you always feel supported, safe, and motivated.

What You Get

With Australian Ability Life, you’ll gain:

• Confidence to manage daily life independently

• Practical skills that improve your quality of living

• Supportive and respectful mentoring

• Increased decision-making and problem-solving abilities

• A sense of pride in achieving your personal goals

Funding & Availability

This service is funded under NDIS Capacity Building Supports – Improved Daily Living.
We offer flexible training sessions that can take place in your home, in the community, or at one of our learning spaces.
Our programs are individually tailored — ensuring each participant receives the right level of support and encouragement.

Your Pathway

1. Contact Us – Discuss your personal goals and areas you’d like to improve.

2. Create a Plan – Together, we’ll design a personalised life skills program.

3. Learn & Practice – Develop practical skills with ongoing support and mentoring.

4. Live Confidently – Apply your new skills in daily life and continue growing independently.

FAQs

Q1: What types of skills can I learn?
We help you learn practical skills like budgeting, cooking, cleaning, time management, and self-care.

Q2: Where are life skills sessions held?
Sessions can take place at home, in the community, or at our training space — wherever you’re most comfortable.

Q3: How long does it take to learn new skills?
It depends on your goals and pace. We’ll work with you consistently until you feel confident and independent.

Q4: Can this service be combined with other supports?
Yes! Many participants combine life skills development with services like Daily Tasks, Community Participation, and Employment Assistance.

Q5: Who provides the training?
Our experienced, caring, and qualified support workers and mentors deliver all sessions with professionalism and empathy.